Railroad Railcar and Locomotive Mechanic

Job Details

Description

Purpose

This railroad is the world’s largest privately owned luxury passenger rail service. We are committed to living our values: Create Meaningful Moments, Be One Team, Achieve Extraordinary Outcomes.   We endeavor to foster a work environment of respect, integrity, and honesty; where diversity is valued, and talent is developed to the benefit of the individual and the company.

Reporting to the Mechanical Manager / Senior Manager, Rail Operations, the Mechanical Lead is an integral team member of the Rocky Mountaineer Operations and Mechanical team. The Mechanic will be mainly responsible for the execution of maintenance and operating plans for Rocky Mountaineer equipment and facilities at the desired work location.  

As a team member, you will be working alongside a diverse group of people who are committed to working together, supporting our values, and ensuring we are always on brand as a world class luxury rail tour company.  

Please note, this position requires working overnight on Sunday, Monday, Wednesday and Thursday, in line with our train operating schedule.

Key Areas of Accountability

• Maintenance and servicing of equipment

• Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair rail car and locomotive components, interior and exterior 

• Provide leadership to workplace safety by role modeling appropriate behavior and enforcing safety rules 

• Utilize workforce resources effectively 

• Support investigations and corrective action plans for workplace incidents 

• Operate handbrakes, couple air hoses, disconnect/connect HEP cables and water lines, operate track switches/derails 

• Provide timely, accurate reporting to team members and partners 

• Support train movements of passenger rail equipment on site when required

• Troubleshoot diverse equipment types and support cross functional trade defect repairs 

• Willingness to participate in personal development company initiatives 

Safety 

• Comply with all Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), General Code of Operating Rules (GCOR), General Operating Instructions (GOI), host railway rules/requirements and all other safety policies, procedures, and safety rules

• Identify, protect, and report safety hazards to management and OH&S Committee 

• Meet or exceed safety and security requirements 

• Maintain basic first aid level provided by Rocky Mountaineer 

• Maintain records of Hours of Service (CFR Title 49 part §228)

• Maintain a clean and safe work area

Operations

• Support the successful execution of the Operating Plan 

• Support safe movement of rail equipment 

• Execute the company’s materials handling strategy 

• Support operational and equipment availability requirements 

• Support 5S Lean methodology to seek continuous improvement efficiencies 

• This position may require the ability to train for and perform switching duties 

Mechanical

• Read, understand, and interpret schematics, manuals and other instructions about equipment 

• Train for the use of equipment and hand tools  

• Execute a successful Maintenance Program 

• Ensure completion of work orders maintaining brand standards, working collaboratively with team members and contractors 

• Execute mechanical and reliability requirements 

• Respond to service failures as required

• All other duties as assigned

Qualifications

This position is deemed Safety Sensitive and pre-employment testing will be required. Final candidates must successfully pass a safety sensitive medical exam and will undergo medical monitoring as prescribed by regulation.  This position requires you to periodically access an active railway area where impaired performance could result in a significant incident affecting the health and safety of team members, guests, the public, property, or the environment.   

Education, Certification, Licenses

• High School Diploma

• Valid Driver's License and clean driving record 

• Qualification and/or proven knowledge in safe heavy equipment operations such as forklifts, cranes, etc. 

• Qualification and/or proven knowledge in safe small hand tool handling such as grinders, drills, etc.

• Journeyman or Master Trade Qualification, an asset 

• Previous Qualification under Railway Operating Rules, an asset

• First Aid Certification, an asset  

Experience/Skills

• Understanding of mechanical systems such as electrical and refrigeration 

• Experience in fabrication, welding, and millwork is an asset 

• Previous locomotive maintenance experience and railcar maintenance experience, an asset

• Previous railroad experience, an asset 

• Familiarity with 480VAC 3 phase electrical systems, an asset

• Strong coordination and organizational skills 

• High attention to detail with a desire to maintain brand standards 

• Able to take personal accountability, be adaptable, and be a problem solver 

• Familiarity with computer applications  

• Good communication and leadership skills  

• Able to work cross-functionally 

• High mechanical aptitude

Work Environment 

• Hours worked per day range from 10 hours – 12 hours, including working overnight 

• Physical demands may require lifting to 80 lbs. on occasion

• Rail industrial site that requires walking and sitting throughout the day  

• 24/7 operation that may require varied work schedules 

• Indoor/outdoor working environment

• May require occasional travel

Eligible Benefits 

All team members regularly working 30 hours per week will be eligible for our group benefits plan, which includes: 

• Medical, Dental, Vision care, and Life Insurance 

• This railroad is covered under the Railroad Retirement Act. The U.S. Railroad Retirement Board (RRB) administers the benefits programs covered under the Railroad Retirement Act, including retirement, survivor, unemployment, sickness, and disability benefits. For more information regarding the benefits of the RRB, visit the Railroad Retirement Board website at rrb.gov.

• Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance 

• Business travel accident insurance and business travel emergency medical insurance 

• Vacation time, sick time, and company holiday pay

• 401(k) plan (employee contributions only)

• Up to 20% discount in Rocky Mountaineer rail tickets and packages

• Two annual complimentary rail passes (beginning your 2nd season)

• Seasonal wage increases

• Growth opportunities

• Fun and inclusive team environment